Definition of euthanize
Etymology
Verb
to euthanize (third-person singular simple present euthanizes, present participle euthanizing, simple past and past participle euthanized)
- (transitive) To submit (a person or animal) to euthanasia.
John decided to euthanize his dying cat.
Alternative spellings
Synonyms
- euthanatize
- put down
- put to sleep
Related terms
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